Reviews

I took my valentine for the four course $45 valentine dinner last night and we had a blast. The food is creative and delicious and the service is friendly and warm. We shared the whole diiner so we had the goat cheese beet starter and the cured meat starter. Both were fresh and delicious. The second course was a a risotto with aspargus and shaved cheese and a crab pasta. Wow. Neither of us could say which was better. This was followed by entrees of beef tenderloin and succulent sablefish. The tenderloin was perfectly cooked and the subtle flavors of the sablefish were just amazing. For dessert there was a shared plate of all things chocolate. There was chocolate mousse coated with chocolate, chocolate truffle, cake with chocolate and ice cream garnish. That was the crowning touch on our great meal. We so enjoy the servers too. Our tall server has a wicked sense of humor and subtle way of guiding you to great choices. The place is comfortable and homey and I can't imagine a better night out. Great brownie points for me for choosing Adesso. $45 was a steal!

We recently treated ourselves to a night out at Hawksworths and we were not disappointed. The decor is a bit over the top but appreciated by their regular clientele I suspect. We had the halibut and the short ribs, both really incredible. I will think about those short ribs for some time to come. The dessert was some sort of meringue and ice cream confection and just so good. The service was very professional if not entirely warm and friendly. You certainly could not fault it. Overall, bang for buck if a bit out of my everyday price range. Go and treat yourself!

Not being from Vancouver I came here on the advice of friends. I could not understand why this place was recommended after my visit. The service bordered on hostile after I asked a few questions about the food and the food itself was just so so. My family background is Italian and momma never made food like this. The pasta was salty and the chicken was very dry. I have to say I have tried many better restaurants in Vancouver and much better Italian.